Lead Pastor Job at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Shelby, OH

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  • Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
  • Shelby, OH

Job Description

The pastor is the spiritual leader of the church. He shall serve as the chief under-shepherd and overseer of the First Baptist Church of Shelby: feeding, leading, nurturing and protecting the flock. His main responsibilities will be to communicate God’s Word, minister to the spiritual needs of the flock, provide biblical leadership for the church, and provide supervisory and administrative leadership in all areas of congregational care.

Minimum Training and Experience:

  • Completion of a postgraduate degree (Master’s Degree) from a seminary is ideal but not mandatory.
  • A Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis on Biblical Studies is preferred.
  • In lieu of formal academic training, experience will be considered in its place (please put in detail on your resume).

Special Requirements:

  • Called to the pastoral ministry by and from the Holy Spirit of God and recognized by this local body (Eph. 4: 11-13)
  • A clearly demonstrated Spiritual Gifting by the Holy Spirit to preach, teach and pastor the flock (Eph. 4:11)
  • Licensed by the state to perform weddings
  • Spiritual and personal integrity and maturity (1 Tim. 3:6-7)
  • Ability and willingness to share Christ and disciple others (Matt. 28: 19-20)
  • Ability to relate to others with kindness and humility (Col. 3:12)
  • Demonstrated ability to exhort, admonish and encourage the flock of God (2 Tim. 4:2)
  • Ability to communicate well through a pulpit ministry (Titus 1:9)
  • Proven love for the fellowship of the church (John 13: 35)
  • Ability to empathize with the deep concerns of the congregation (Romans 12:15)
  • Manage his money with integrity so as not to bring reproach upon the church (1 Tim. 3:4)

Duties-Responsibilities:

  • Plan and conduct worship services: prepare and proclaim the Word of God in a regular pulpit ministry and lead observances of the two biblically affirmed ordinances (Lord’s Supper and Believer’s Baptism) which are also in accordance with the church by-laws
  • Motivate, equip and nurture the people of the church through example, preaching and teaching God’s Word and spiritual counseling
  • Facilitate the contact/visitation of hospitalized or grieving church members
  • Officiate at weddings, baptisms, baby dedications, and funerals
  • Conduct counseling sessions with regular attenders of the church, as requested
  • Oversee church discipline and manage conflicts in the church along with the Deacons
  • Seek to reconcile relationships and promote unity within the church
  • Initiate and participate in evangelism efforts through various outreach activities
  • Oversee and provide direction for various church programs
  • Moderate all business meetings of the church along with the Deacons
  • Work with various standing and special committees (i.e., Deacon, Deaconess, and/or Trustee Boards) in accomplishing their respective duties
  • Cooperate with local, state, and denominational leaders in matters of mutual interest and concern; keep the church informed of denominational developments; represent the church in denominational and civic matters
  • Serve as administrator of the church (along with the Deacons and others in elected positions within the church)
  • Maintain church office hours for the benefit of all church members/non-members and the related business of the church
  • Accountable to the Deacons and congregation in fulfilling the pastoral duties

The role of Pastor at First Baptist Church would be a full-time position.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Housing allowance may be available.

For more information about our church and the surrounding area please visit our website at:

Send your information to: [email protected]

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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